Attorney (Detail)

Attorney (Detail)

Department: Department of Justice

Location(s): District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $121785 - $197200 Per Year

Job Summary: The Administration has identified several civil rights priorities, including combating antisemitism, protecting women, preserving election integrity, eliminating unlawful DEI practices, and safeguarding Second Amendment rights. To advance these priorities, the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division (CRT or Division) is seeking experienced litigating attorneys to serve one-year detail assignments supporting the Division's enforcement mission.

Major Duties:

• Selected attorneys will serve as Trial Attorneys within CRT's enforcement sections, with anticipated placements in the Educational Opportunities, Employment Litigation, and Voting Sections, among others. Working collaboratively with experienced career staff, detailees will: Manage a full docket of civil rights investigations and litigation aligned with Administration priorities; Initiate and conduct complex investigations into alleged civil rights violations; Analyze investigative findings and make litigation recommendations, as appropriate; Litigate civil rights cases in federal district courts nationwide, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and participating in hearings and trials; and Negotiate settlement agreements where appropriate and monitor compliance with court orders and settlement terms.

Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Candidates must be individuals with at least 1 year at the lower grade level on a permanent attorney position (not time-limited appointment), possess a J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school, be an active member of a bar in good standing (any jurisdiction), and possess at least 1.5 years post-professional law degree experience. Applicants must have strong, demonstrated qualifications in the following areas: Litigation experience, including assisting with litigation or conducting investigations and managing cases through all stages of litigation; Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to draft persuasive legal documents and present arguments effectively; Sound judgement and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate legal and factual issues and apply governing law; and The ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes: Cover letter Resume Most recent permanent appraisal Current SF-50 Statement indicating Agency approval of detail Interested candidates should be available to start the detail within approximately two weeks of selection. The CRT encourages all interested and qualified employees in a permanent attorney position to apply for this position. If you are interested in this detail opportunity, submit a cover letter, a resume, your most recent performance appraisal, a current SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and a statement indicating whether you have requested and/or obtained tentative approval from your supervisor to be considered for this detail. To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/30/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click "Apply" to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Diane Turner at 202-532-5178 or Diane.M.Turner@usdoj.gov to obtain an alternative application.

Application Deadline: 2026-01-30